Chili's(R) Grill & Bar Opens First Location in Turkey
06 Marzo 2009 - 6:00PM
PR Newswire (US)
Istanbul location marks first in country for one of the world's
largest casual dining brands DALLAS, March 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/
-- Brinker International (NYSE: EAT) today announced the opening of
the first Chili's Grill & Bar location in Turkey. Brinker
currently owns, operates and franchises 194 restaurants outside the
U.S., with locations in 27 countries and one territory. The newest
worldwide restaurant, located in Etiler, Istanbul, Turkey, will
seat 220 guests and bring approximately 80 full-time and part-time
jobs to the local community. Brinker franchise partner Istanbul
Food Restaurants and Tourism will oversee restaurant operations and
plans to build four additional restaurants over the next five
years. Local businessman Cuneyt Demir is principal owner of this
location. "Brinker is extremely excited about bringing the Chili's
brand into Turkey. This milestone exemplifies our commitment to
'serving the world a great taste of life' as we expand our presence
across the globe," said John Reale, president of Global Business
Development for Brinker International. "By offering a portfolio of
brands to choose from and unparalleled franchisee support, Brinker
is well-positioned to expand our relationship with franchise
partner Istanbul Food Restaurants and Tourism and grow our market
presence in Istanbul." About Brinker International Brinker
International, Inc. (NYSE:EAT), is one of the world's leading
casual dining restaurant companies, serving more than 1 million
guests daily. Founded in 1975 and based in Dallas, Texas, Brinker
owns or franchises more than 1,700 restaurants in 27 countries and
one territory, and employs more than 100,000. Brinker restaurant
brands include Chili's(R) Grill & Bar, On The Border Mexican
Grill & Cantina(R) and Maggiano's Little Italy(R). The company
was named one of FORTUNE Magazine's Most Admired Food Service
Companies in 2009 and was honored by the magazine as one of the Top
50 Employers for Minorities and the Top 50 Employers for Women. For
more information, visit http://www.brinker.com/. DATASOURCE:
Brinker International, Inc. CONTACT: Stacey Sullivan of Brinker
International, Inc., 1-800-775-7290 Web Site:
http://www.brinker.com/
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